Kenneth R. McKenzie

Kenneth R. McKenzie

of Lowell, MA

Kenneth Ronald McKenzie, 79, of Lowell, MA, passed away on Tuesday. October 1, at home. He was married to Julie (Hak) McKenzie with who celebrated their 13-wedding anniversary on Feb 16, 2025.  Born in Lowell, MA he was the beloved son of George McKenzie and Germaine (Deschene) McKenzie.

He graduated from Lowell High School with the Class of 1964. He served with the US Navy during the Vietnam War on board the USS Boxer. He owned and operated the Highland Florist of Lowell.  He was a lifelong resident of Lowell.

He enjoyed spending time with his family.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 1 son Sean McKenzie of CO; 2 daughters Heather of CO ; and Kerry Cox of CO; and his stepdaughter, Stephanie Saphan of Lowell, MA, with whom he shared a home, along with her children who loved him dearly; also stepdaughter Sophon Mith and stepson Pek Mith. He has one cousin George Duncan of Lowell and many nieces and nephews and cousins. He also has 11 grandchildren.

He was the brother of the late George McKenzie.